Allergies & Pollen Count for San Marcos, Texas

Today's Condition

9.7High

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Elm, Grass

Pollen Index

9.7 - 12 - High

Very high pollen levels. Symptoms are likely for most people with pollen allergies.

7.3 - 9.6 - Medium - High

High enough pollen levels that most allergy sufferers will notice symptoms.

4.9 - 7.2 - Medium

Moderate pollen levels. Many people with allergies may start experiencing symptoms.

2.5 - 4.8 - Low - Medium

Small amounts of pollen present. Highly sensitive individuals may notice mild symptoms.

0.0 - 2.4 - Low

Very little pollen in the air. Most people with pollen allergies will not experience symptoms.

Discussion

Based on past pollen counts and expected weather conditions, pollen levels for Wednesday will be falling but will remain in the high range. This relief in pollen levels is caused in part by rising humidity and expected precipitation in the evening which tends to wash pollen out of the air.

Allergy Facts

A recent psychiatric study attempted to determine the effect of allergic rhinitis on symptomatic patients' fatigue levels and moods. The study was conducted during ragweed season. Findings suggest that having allergic reactions to ragweed pollen causes significant fatigue and mood changes in at least a subgroup of patients.